What impacts do GM crops have on our society, and what does the future hold?

Social Impact-How has the perception of GM foods changed over time? How does this perception vary throughout the world? What impact does this have?

Economic and Political Impact-How has the dawn of GM foods affected both the US economy as well as the economy of the worlds poorest countries and the inernational market as a whole? What has been the politcal response to GM foods in the US and other nations in terms of legislation, policy, and the response of activist groups?